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I think the waitlist is very unorganized. It seems once someone checks out, it automatically tells you a table is open but it isn't quite ready yet. Because I didn't really have anyone to walk me through the menu, I went with the burger. It was a little overdone and the onions were super strong. Hashbrowns were unfortunately not my favorite either. The soup they provide at the beginning is nice though and so was the baby bangus. It was a very busy day, so hopefully it isn't like that everyday.
Food here is amazing. Traditional Filipino breakfast in the best way. Lugau was delicious and comes with every meal. Eggs were cooked perfectly, and the tacino was very flavorful. Steak was what they were known for and def recommend. Service was solid. Food came out pretty quick for how busy they were. No reservations and we went on a busy Sunday. Waited about 45min. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is clean but a little crowded.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]A little loud but not unbearable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have some outside seating too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely come here if you're in the mood for some Filipino food.
We came by as a party of 3 around 7am on a Friday morning after a redeye flight on Spirit (rip) and oh my gosh was this the perfect pick me up to get our Chicago trip started!! This is also my friend's favorite Filipino spot as well, and my expectations were absolutely met! The complimentary soup was warm, filling, and amazingly seasoned with the perfect rice ratio. I opted for the loganisa breakfast, their sweet sausage (which I thought tasted similar to nem nướng) and it was great with their garlic rice and scrambled eggs on top. Then their tomato onion salad (tastes similar to pico de gallo) was a great acidic side to the sweet sausage and soft egg. The champorado was a delicious sweet dessert to finish it off! My friend got the bangus, fried milkfish, and I got to try a bite. It was crispy, soft on the inside, and perfectly seasoned as well. If I'm ever in the area again I'll for sure get the rest of their menu!
Love Uncle Mike's! I recently went with friends after the half marathon and they were so accommodating and sweet. The service is top tier. The food is also amazing. Our out of town Filipina friend said the food was authentic and we all agreed it was delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The line can be at times long and there are only 2 outdoor tables but it's definitely worth the wait :)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]
The best Filipino breakfast in Chicago (Including that other two Michelin star place). Uncle Mike's taste's like home. It may be three inches above a hole in the wall spot, but the flavor and service is never compromised. It starts with a warm bowl of rice porridge which is so delightful, you would give it five stars just from that. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decorations are eclectic and make you feel like you're in your friend's mom's kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Give the breakfast platters a shot - choose whatever meat strikes your fancy, I like the longaniza and the fish, and enjoy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is more of a breakfast/lunch destination, so take some time to hear over in the morning.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Lots of easy parking.
My favorite place I ate during my time in Chicago! I felt like I had to be rolled out of here; it was delicious. Husband and I ordered 2 plates: * tocino plate (grilled anise wine cured pork shoulder) * a combo plate of baby bangus (small fried marinated milkfish) with a lil' vinegar and longanisa (grilled anise wine cured sweet chorizo sausage) Both came with garlic rice, two eggs, some tomatoes and onions, and a little brown sugar oatmeal. You also get a complimentary bowl of congee first. This was soooooo good. Every single bite was flavorful and I'm still thinking about the tocino. We both cleaned our plates spotless. This is a must-go whenever I come back to Chicago.
Uncle Mike's is a gem! Reasonable prices, generous portions, and absolutely delicious food made for a great experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This spot is casual and no frills- perfect for a lowkey meal that is comfortable both solo and in good company.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff was very friendly and immediately brought out piping hot bowls of slow simmered lugaw (rice porridge). The aromatics and broth were so flavorful and comforting- basically, everything you want on a frigid Chicago day. For the main event, I ordered the longanisa breakfast. The eggs are cooked to order- I went with over-easy and the way the yolks soaked into the fluffy garlic rice underneath was glorious. The sausage had the perfect crisp and char on the outside, with a perfectly sweet and savory flavor. Needless to say, I will be back for a return visit soon, and highly recommend checking out this restaurant!
Uncle Mike's Place earns its place as a Filipino iconic restaurant for its food and hospitality. When you initially get seated, you are immediately served with a hot bowl of lugaw. The flavors were well balanced and had a strong chicken broth flavor that shines through. It is heavenly on a cold winter day to be eating this, especially for it being complementary for every customer. I decided to order a combo Filipino breakfast plate with Tocino and Longanisa. It comes with two eggs, salsa, and small cup of champorado. Everything paired well together and was cooked perfectly. Everything does have sweetness to it, so if you're new to Filipino food, that is something to be aware of. I personally have a sweet tooth and loved the salty-sweet flavor combination. For me, the standout on my plate was the champorado. It was something new that I have never tried and it was absolutely delicious. It was thick, rich, creamy, and slightly sweet. It tasted great with the meats on the plate, and also on its own! Uncle Mike's stands as a pillar of diverse cultures Chicago brings to the food scene. Filipino breakfast is not too commonly found in many parts of the United States and Uncle Mike's is a very solid representation of it.
Always love coming here, there is a wait list and you'll need to sign up when you scan the QR code at their door. The wait for our party of 6 was about 30 minutes at 11:30 AM on a Sunday. There is a line for sure if you go for their breakfast, but it's always worth it! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We got seated in the back room where there's plenty of spots with larger tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The grilled pork chop was quite overcooked, but I always love ther garlic rice and fresh Lugaw. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal!
Uncle Mike's Place is an American-Filipino diner-like joint that offers an all-day breakfast and lunch - this unassuming spot seems to be a favorite amongst the locals. Our group came here for brunch, and we ordered: +a complimentary lugaw is served everyday with your meal - this homestyle Filipino rice porridge that is long-simmered chicken broth with ginger and leeks was delicious! The slice of lemon gave it a nice brightness to it (could have eaten multiple large bowls of these!) +the Full Skirt Steak - the steak was overcooked, so it was dry and chewy; served with garlic rice, a fried runny egg, and a cup of champurrado (a chocolate rice pudding); wasn't a fan of the champurrado, as it was super watered down and thin, and had not much of a taste to it +the Longanisa - a platter with grilled anise wine-cured sweet chorizo sausage, served with garlic rice, a fried runny egg, and a cup of champurrado (a chocolate rice pudding); wasn't a fan of the champurrado, as it was super watered down and thin, and had not much of a taste to it +the Big Bangus - a platter with a large fried marinated Pacific milkfish, served with garlic rice, a fried runny egg, and a cup of champurrado (a chocolate rice pudding); wasn't a fan of the champurrado, as it was super watered down and thin, and had not much of a taste to it +Fish Grits & Cheese - a large bowl of grits with a block of fried fish, topped with melted cheese; the fish tasted just a usual filet of fish; using freshly-shredded cheese could have made this better +and, a plate of French Toast The staff were friendly, and they did check in often throughout our dining experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space doesn't seem much from the outside, but we were surprised at how 'long' and packed the place was; it does get tight![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Note that they do not take reservations, and it's a first-come, first-serve type of a situation. Street parking can be found in the area. +Lugaw! +friendly service +street parking available
While walking around the neighbourhood, we stumbled upon this cute little Filipino breakfast joint. The restaurant has a very homely vibe, and they served us some warm, fresh Lagaw on the house the moment we were seated. We ordered their Tocino breakfast platter and Longanisa breakfast platter along with coffee. The breakfast platters come with a side of rice, salsa, and a sauce, which was very alien to my taste buds. The sausages (longanisa) were a delight, and the pork shoulder was also cooked to perfection. These flavours were very new and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. One breakfast platter is very filling for one person, and we were full for the rest of the day. It was overall a good experience. Definitely give it a try if you fail to get your order from Kasama like us.
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1 year ago
I was visiting chicago with sone friends and came here. 10 out of 10 meal it was so good and fast service read more
3 years ago
Solid Filipino breakfast joint from a Filipino-American! We wandered in around 9am on a Thursday. There were a few people seated at tables, and it was easy enough to find a seat. It's definitely got a "Filipino home kitchen" feel that vibes with a restaurant. It's fun! Everyone we talked to was super friendly and nice. It was easy enough to order from the menu.They serve you a complimentary serving of lugaw (a hot porridge) and that brought back plenty of childhood memories. We opted for the longanisa meal and a tocino and bangus combo meal. My favorite, by far, was the longanisa, and the garlic rice was just a perfect bullseye. The tocino and bangus were good, but they're usually not my go tos. When we come back, I'm curious to try the skirted steak breakfast. It's difficult to find great Filipino breakfast, and I'm happy to report that this place hits the mark for me. read more
A lovely diner that offers American style and Filipino style breakfast combos. Service is quick and they give you a complimentary lugaw (porridge) as a starter. I like that they have an option for a baby bangus vs a big bangus. I had the baby bangus combo and the single milkfish butterflied and fried was plenty for me. The rice is garlic fried rice, so it's seasoned well even on its own. The porridge has a lemon wedge and the bangus is marinated in a sour marinade with additional lemon+salt+pepper sauce, so be warned if you're not a huge sour flavor person. Personally I felt all the flavors were well balanced. The salsa added a freshness to the fried milkfish. I didn't use the extra lemon sauce though. My friend tried their longanisa and tocino combo. The longanisa (sausage) was great, not as sweet as I was expecting which was actually better for me. I really liked the tocino (cured pork belly) in terms of flavor and texture. I'll probably get the tocino breakfast combo next time. The chocolate rice pudding was unexpected. My friend thought it was beans at first, but it was a nice sweet touch at the end of the meal. Highly recommend this place! The combos are great value and hearty. The flavors are lovely and everything is perfectly cooked. Service is great and the staff are friendly. It gives a comforting, homey feel. read more
3 years ago
Awesome brunch spot for Filipino food in Chicago! Wait wasn't too long even during a peak time (Saturday late morning). Our server was quick and we got our food fast. We sat outside in a great spot, inside was cozy too from what I saw when I used the restroom. Food was really good. I enjoyed the big bangus breakfast a lot - great flavor on the fish and very fresh. Tocino and the longanisa combo which my wife got was also super tasty. Sweet flavors on the meat and very tender. The tocino was really really good. Even though the fish was delicious, I would get the tocino next time too. Don't sleep on the congee that comes as the starter. Incredible flavor and was a star dish even by itself. read more
I would recommend coming here for brunch if you want a good filipino breakfast. It comes with lugaw which is a warm porridge and delicious. It felt like a warm hug. I also got the tocino and longanisa combo and a side of corn beef hash. I would definitely get the combo again but probably not the corn beef hash. I wish the tocino was a bit charred and the corned beef hash was crispier and less wet. Overall I enjoyed this place and it was popping. Servers are super friendly and work quickly. This is a great place to eat with a group of friends or a date. I am coming back again read more
3 years ago
The food was absolutely amazing! I loved how they gave the lugaw to start! I got the fish dish that came with garlic rice and fried eggs on the top of it! :) it was absolutely aamzing! the sweetness threw me off a bit but it was still so good! it was my first time having a phillipino breakfast and wow i will be back to so good! the service was so good, the waiter was really nice and she brought everything super duper fast. i did not feel I was waiting for any extra time! The ambiance was just your typical diner vibes you would get!! :) read more
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2 years ago
Uncle Mike's has my heart!! I've been to Uncle Mike's 3 times now and that's only because it's far from where I live. If it was around the corner I'd go every day... I'd describe the food to be a very "homey" classic Filipino breakfast. I do see the same staff every time I go and despite how busy the restaurant is, the staff are very kind and efficient. Whenever I go, I order the skirt steak combo with the longanisa and I am obsessed with the lugaw that comes with each meal. I've also tried their Tocino which is excellent (for those who don't know Filipino cuisine, the Ticino and longanisa are on the sweeter side). For those who are trying to go on a weekend, expect a wait of anywhere from 20-40mins (it's that good!!). Will always be back :) read more
Came here to eat the morning we arrived for a work trip and for a cozy meal after a long flight. Service was really good and our server made sure we always had much needed coffee. My coworkers and I loved the congee they serve you in the beginning. I got the skirt steak and longaniza plate. It was such a filling and delicious meal. The steak had lots of flavor and my coworkers and I loved the sweet savoriness of the longaniza. Overall a really great place for breakfast after a long flight! read more
#Chicago is full of Filipino restaurants which is not surprising given that the Windy City is home to one of the largest US Filipino populations not on the coasts. Celebrate AAPI heritage month by going to one of the OGs of the scene, the classic breakfast place , Uncle Mike's. They have been serving home cooked breakfast on the west side for a long time. Each guest starts out with Lugaw, rice porridge with lemon. Eat classic dishes like longanisa and steak for a hearty meal to share with friends! Very cool and relaxed vibe and the service is great and makes you feel at home #breakfast #filipino #AAPI #APAHM read more
I've heard great things about Uncle Mike's Place from a couple people and I am glad I checked it out this past Sunday for lunch. I came here with two friends and we definitely were more interested in the Filipino breakfasts over the American breakfasts (which you can get literally anywhere). While we were ordering, they also gave us a bowl of their congee (with garlic and scallions). It was definitely very homey and tasty, and the slice of lemon made it a bit citrusy. FILIPINO COMBOS: SKIRT STEAK & TOCINO - 20.95 This was a huge place of food, which came with a 4 oz. skirt steak (honestly looked bigger than 4 oz.), a generous amount of tocino, a side of garlic rice and two eggs of your choice. I didn't think the rice was too garlicky and would prefer a stronger garlic taste. But mixing my over-easy eggs and rice was good enough for me. The skirt steak was well marinated and seasoned but I thought it was a bit chewy and tough. The tocino was my favorite for sure with its sweet BBQ flavor. It reminded me of the Chinese BBQ pork (char siu) that my mom made at home. Overall, a solid meal. I'm shocked I killed most of my food since it was a large amount of it. My friends got the longanisa here and I liked the few bites I was able to steal from them. You can't go wrong with the meat options here. If anything, you might have a hard time choosing which one because they're all good. read more
The food was good. The price was reasonable for the serving. We really like the Filipina waitress and ver patient with us coz it's our first time here. We just don't like the attitude of the Vietnamese tall guy waiter who asked as per verbatim "do you still need anything because there's people waiting for the table". We've been in busier places but was never asked to leave. We're still enjoying our cup of coffee and having family conversations which was cut short because of his bad attitude. A very good experience turned into a very disappointing one read more
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I'm so happy that Chicago has great Filipino food options, it's good to see more southeast Asian cuisines represented here. This place is the perfect spot for a great value, not too fancy Sunday lunch--cause you will surely need to go horizontal for a couple hours after consuming a meal here. For about 27 dollars after tax and tip, I ordered the skirt steak and tocino combo, both cuts of protein were super flavorful, tender, and made me instantly consider coming back another time. I've also heard that the bangus breakfast (pacific milkfish) is also really good here and I can't wait to come to Uncle Mike's to try it again. The also provide some complimentary lugaw (a Filipino rice porridge/congee) that is super flavorful and heartwarming--perfect for the consistent rainy days we keep getting this summer. read more
3 years ago
Finally got to grab some breakfast at Uncle Mike's! It's well-worth the visit! Super quick service, for when you're pressed for time. Complimentary comforting porridge to start off. The Longanisa paired with the garlic rice really hit the spot. Don't forget to ask for the banana ketchup to top it all off! Ordered: longanisa breakfast, arroz caldo read more
I really love the family feel of this restaurant! I have dined here a few times over the past several years and have always had consistently friendly, quick service with great food! I appreciate that every order starts with a warm bowl of lugau. This time around I ordered the baby bangus and longanisa combo. My friend ordered the tocino and longanisa combo. Everyone main is served with eggs, garlic rice, and salsa. The portion sizes are large and you definitely will get your fill. You also get a small amount of champorado to finish off your meal! I definitely recommend this restaurant when you're craving a nice, homey Filipino meal! read more
I asked a few of my friends for recommendations and this was a popular one. At first, I didn't think much of it but I'm glad I was wrong. Here was my experience. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking so it can get busy depending on the time/day but it's about a 20-minute bus ride from downtown. Seating: Inside seating is great for individuals or mid-size groups. They can do large too which totals 50 people. Feels: It's in Ukrainian village thus the suburban area with nice eateries and local stores here and there. The restaurant itself is your typical hustle and bustle diner. You're welcomed with some lite rock radio music and some Filipino/Chicago artifacts. The space is relatively clean but the highlight here is moreover the food and customer service. Great for a comforting food adventure by yourself, with a friend, or with family! FOOD Complimentary Lugau (Rice Porridge) Great! Complimentary or not, this was delicious (don't tell MY grandma). It was hot, the porridge was soft and soothing. The green onions, fried garlic chips, ginger, and lemon were fresh which provided that comforting taste to warm up my stomach. Filipino Breakfast Combo (Recommend) You have your choices of meats and mine were the famous skirt steak and tocino (sweet pork). The tocino had a subtle sweet taste to it and the meat was juicy and cooked. The skirt steak was great! A good portion of meat and juicy fat. It was well charred and the sauce had a sweet and tangy marinate to the beef. The meats were complimented with garlic rice and eggs which made the combo complete and filling. Complimentary Champorado (Sweet chocolate rice porridge) A lovely conclusion to a meal! A good portion with soft rice and a subtle delivery of sweet chocolate that's not too sweet. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Fantastic! On a cold weather day, I received a warm greeting from Steph. She was friendly and approachable. I also was able to catch a nice conversation with THE Tito Mike! TL; DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. Love, love, love. This place is no hidden gem so be sure to plan accordingly. Great prices, good selections, masarap (delicious) food, and a pleasant experience. I really appreciated the hospitality here as I felt like it set the tone for the food. I know I'm fortunate to get good Filipino food from California but this place holds it down well. I wish Tito Mike, Tita Lucie, and the team the very best with their dining business. #FilipinoFoodMovement TIPS: * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sq0GueJAssE&ab_channel=UncleMike%27sPlace read more
I've honestly never been to a Filipino restaurant before, but will definitely be going to more after trying Uncle Mike's! It's a perfect hearty, savory breakfast/brunch with great portions, flavors, and vibes. Our group of 6 had a ~20 minute wait for Sunday brunch at 10:30am, and they luckily let us put our name on the waitlist without having our full party present. Once seated, they gave us each a complimentary bowl of Lugau (Filipino rice porridge), which was so rich in flavor and soul-warming. I ordered the Baby Bangus & Tocino Combo, which was incredible. The bangus (Pacific milk fish) was perfectly crispy, and the tocino (pork shoulder) was so flavorful and mildly sweet. The garlic rice was rich in flavor and, paired with runny eggs, was delightful. I also tried some of my friends' skirt steak and longanisa (pork sausage), which were also great-- especially the loganisa! You really can't go wrong with any of the meat options, though I would particularly recommend the tocino and loganisa. The Filipino breakfast dishes also come with a small bowl of chocolate rice porridge, which was creamy and the perfect level of sweetness. We also ordered coffees, which was $3.95 per person and bottomless. Unfortunately, none of the Filipino breakfast options are vegetarian/vegan-friendly, but there are a few other veg-friendly options on the menu, like pumpkin pancakes and french toast, which 2 of my friends ordered and enjoyed. The prices are a little high, but for the quantity and quality of food provided, it's very reasonable. The restaurant interior is decorated simply, with super cute food and flower tiles spanning the walls, and the ambience is comfortable and homey. The service was also exceptionally sweet, friendly, and attentive. -- Price (relative to peers): 4.5/5 Food: 5/5 Ambience: 4.5/5 Overall Value: 5/5 read more
Great breakfast spot. Was introduced to this place by my Filipino sister-in-law and definitely one of my top spots when I'm in the mood for breakfast/brunch/lunch. Super duper hearty meal that always hits the spot. Everyone gets a bowl of lugaw which in my opinion Uncle Mike's really spices up and beats your standard-fare rice porridge. My go-to order is always the combo with longanisa (sausage) and baby bangus (fish). I would advise against getting the full-sized banbgus because I feel like the baby bangus has the perfect ratio of crispy skin to meat whereas there's just a bit too much fish. I've also had their tocino (grilled cured pork) which is good, but pretty fatty. Either way, make sure you drink plenty of coffee/go for a walk after eating this if you want to still have a productive day because this can absolutely knock you out for the afternoon with how heavy it is. Definitely not a daily type of meal, but definitely something I crave probably once a month. Staff are super friendly and service is pretty smooth. Waits can take a bit and I wouldn't expect to be seated if you come within an hour before closing during weekends just because they'll probably still have a queue by then. But definitely a great place to checkout. In my opinion I like the breakfast here a lot better than at Kasama. Just felt like Kasama's breakfast was a bit too... dainty? But this one just HITS! 10/10, would recommend. read more
If I could eat breakfast here everyday I would. Everything exceeded expectations and staff were super accommodating to me as a first timer. There's a lot of options if you are going for traditional Filipino or a more conventional American breakfast. Decently sized space inside but I'm sure weekends can get busy. They don't make places like this anymore so definitely come by and check them out. read more
2 years ago
Uncle Mike's is a great choice to breakfast or brunch! We were able to get a seat right away on a Sunday morning. When we sat down, we were given coffee and a bowl of the rice porridge right away. After we're ordered, we received our food fairly quickly and I was very satisfied with how efficient the service was. The food was delicious! The pork was seasoned and cooked amazingly and the rice with eggs pared with it nicely. Highly recommend & will be coming back! read more
This is one of our favorite Chicago breakfast spots! The portions are big and the Filipino-style breakfast is a delight. My girlfriend is Filipino so she helped guide Mr thru the dishes. Compared to American breakfast, the primary differences are: - Rice (infused with garlic) - Lugau (rice porridge with citrus) is served in the beginning - Champarado is served with the entree, which is a slightly sweet porridge with a chocolate/creamy taste. Mix it with half&half! The tocino was our favorite, as it's fatty and sweet and delicious with the rice. She had the bangus fried fish, with crispy skin and good seasoning. We also had longanisa and grilled pork chop, which were good too. Great coffee also. Definitely come here and get the breakfast combo to power your day! read more
3 years ago
The food here is amazing , all of the dishes looked amazing and the longanisa breakfast was portioned well and incredibly flavorful. The staff is incredibly friendly and it definitely has a warm family feel. The only complaint is the kitchen is pretty close to where we were seating and it could get pretty loud with dishes banging. read more
2 years ago
Great service, friendly staff. One of the employees also came outside before we parked and was kind enough to let us know not to park across the street. (We're from out of town). Who does that? Very much appreciated. Seating is pretty tight inside, not too bad. Sat down and before I could even look at the menu, they brought out some LUGAW. Omg, SO good. Bangus was delicious. We all enjoyed everything here. We will for sure be back. read more
1 year ago
Amazing food and great prices! Portions are large, and the food has great flavor. We waited about 15 minutes for a table for two on a Saturday. Service was decent. Tables are pretty close together, but the overall vibe is good. Highly recommend. read more
3 years ago
Finally decided to visit this place for filipino American heritage month because I'm filipino and I'm very proud of my culture. I hear they served authentic bomb filipino breakfast (my fav)! As I walked in, it immediately felt like I was home. I was greeted by the kind staff and was told I could sit anywhere I'd like. It's very casual inside. They gave me a bowl of their freshly made lugaw which is a filipino rice porridge. Mind you, I got breakfast at like 9am. Some may find it weird to eat soup for breakfast but honestly it was very comforting. Lugaw: I love how its complimentary! Such a nice treat to have. Nice presentation with a lemon and roasted garlic on top. My only criticism is that it could've been more flavorful but nothing salt and pepper couldn't fix. Tocino breakfast: Omg the portions were huge. Also, my food came to me so fast!! They give a hefty amount of tocino - very vibrant in color! This plate comes with garlic rice and 2 eggs made in your preference. The plate also came with pickled tomatoes/onions and a side of champorado which is a chocolate rice porridge. The tocino was delicious!! I liked how their wasn't too much fatty pieces of meat. The portion was so big I couldn't even finish my food. Funny story. I'm a disgrace to my culture lol I thought the champorado was a side of beans for some reason so when I dipped my fork into it and tasted chocolate... I was in shock and instantly felt stupid.... But anyways, I don't even like champorado so I didn't even eat it. read more
Got in and out super quick! After ordering, we got our food within 5-10 minutes and the free Arroz Caldo, chumporado, and tea were a delightful surprise! The restaurant felt cozy and familiar, like we were heading over to our Auntie's place :) I had the combo plate with Tocino and Longanisa! So good!!! read more
2 years ago
Authentic Filipino gem in West Town Perfectly decorated inside. Simple decor that feels like home. I was greeted upon entry and sat on a busy Saturday morning. It was a pleasant surprise to see i had been served complementary hot lugaw (rice porridge) right away 2 menus: one Filipino and one American I ordered a combo skirt steak and fish. Amazing. So many great flavors I'll be back! read more
Filipino brunch is quickly becoming one of my favourite weekend things to eat. Uncle Mike's place fits the bill perfectly. Although less popular than another other nearby "Michelin Star" restaurant, it's not far off the mark. Wait times are usually about 30 minutes for 2, which gives you time to grab a coffee and check out the local shops. Once seated, we were provided with a delicious complimentary vegetable soup. After quickly scarfing that down, we ordered the half flank steak and spam combo. Both meals came quickly and we dug right in. The food was as savoury as it looked and we quickly cleaned our plates in short order. My favourite part was the garlic steamed rice which was a bit of a twist from the normal steamed rice. What was unusual was the side order of oatmeal. I really didn't think that was necessary as it didn't add to the plate at all. Service was good and the price is right, I'd come back! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
I always see Uncle Mike's in my friends post on facebook when they visit to eat Filipino food. So when I visited Chicago and met up with my Polish friend, she said she wanted to eat Filipino food. That was a great idea! My friend was coming from Indiana so Uncle Mike's was a good distance for both of us. I loved how they gave us arroz caldo before we had our first meal, and we had dessert after. It felt good because it was really hospitable and definitely felt like a gift when you get something else besides the dish you ordered. Uncle Mike's is a must!! read more
We tried the Marinated Skirt Steak / Longanisa / Tocino pork / Bangus milk fish. First off, they give you each a free bowl of lugaw porridge which is a tasty appetizer. We wanted to try each of the Filipino breakfast proteins and we weren't disappointed with anything. The signature marinated steak was perfect medium rare, tender, and juicy (needs salt though which is already on the table). Great flavor on the Longanisa, Tocino and milk fish. Garlic rice actually tasted garlicky and cooked properly. Portion sizes were reasonable for the price. Service and amount of seating was good. read more
We were craving Filipino food so during our little day trip downtown Chicago, we stopped by Uncle Mike's Place for breakfast. The wait wasn't that long. We probably waited 15 mins before we were seated. When we finally got a seat, we had complimentary lugaw, which is thick rice soup. For our meals we got the tocino plate and longanisa plate. The food was sooo good and reminded me of home. All I would recommend is that the plates need more rice haha! read more
This is the best Filipino breakfast/brunch spot I have tried in the US and by a far margin! I normally never say something is the best but rather "one of the best," but the food and experience here just blows every other place I tried out of the water. I went here with a friend on a Sunday around 9am and it was fairly busy but we were immediately seated at a 2-top table. There is a communal table that will get fairly occupied during busy dining periods, so we were fortunate to have a table ourselves. We got the skirt steak + longanisa combo and added tocino as a side dish. While we waited for the food, the server gave us complimentary lugaw, which is a slightly tangy ginger rice porridge in chicken broth. It was the first time I tried it and I am a big fan. It whet our appetite for what is to come. The combo came with garlic rice, 2 eggs, and a bunch of fixings like champorado (chocolate rice porridge) and sawsawan (kind of like a pico de gallo). The skirt steak was quite flavorful and the longanisa is just perfectly sweet and juicy. The garlic rice is very fragrant, and our eggs, requested sunny side up, was perfectly runny. The tocino was fairly sweet yet flavorful, giving us more than enough food for a satisfying meal for two. After tax and tip, it was roughly $35 for 2 people, which is a great deal for a lot of food and complimentary lugaw. Now I see why my Filipino friends that lived in Chicago rave this place so much. I am a big fan! read more
3 years ago
Uncle Mike's is a cozy neighborhood spot that has become near and dear to my heart. Inside is nothing fancy but honestly I feel right at home here. Try to head here early because this spot can fill up quickly after 11am/12pm. Before you even order, someone will come out with water and rice porridge which tastes just like how my mom would make it - delicious. I usually order the breakfast combo longanisa and spam or tocino which also comes with two eggs (served how you'd like) with rice. If you do order the spam, I'd order it a little on the crispy side. The servings are always large and will leave you either extremely full or with a good amount of left overs. Service isn't over the top but they also don't leave you hanging which I like! read more
7 months ago
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1700 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Ukrainian Village, West Town
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How is the wait on weekends? Is parking only on Grand? Residential?
You could sometimes wait. 45mis and then sometimes no wait Parking grand ave paulina st east side is good
How are the bathrooms? Trying to plan a birthday breakfast with someone with medical condition and will need to use the bathroom.
There are two stalls and should be big enough to accommodate a wheelchair. However, the space outside the bathroom stalls is quite tight.
Do they take reservations for weekend dine in?
Is there a long wait on the weekends?
Sometimes there is a wait You can call and ask .
There are a bunch of egg preparations...what is the most traditional Filipino preparation?
Fried Egg
Does anyone know when Uncle Mike's Place plan to reopen again? I have been craving for it since Jan! Thanks
They're open now!
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